Discover the shops, makers and services that give Longmont its own character. Browse local businesses, learn a little about what they offer, and follow their stories to find a new favorite or make a useful connection close to home.
Small-business hours, inventory and contact information can change. Please visit the business's official website or social media before making a special trip.
A growing collection of independent stores and specialty businesses you may not discover unless someone tells you they're there.
A downtown shop for letterpress greeting cards, stationery, notebooks, writing tools and thoughtfully curated gifts.
Part boutique, part gallery and part creative community. Tumbleweed features handmade art and goods created by local artists and makers, including work for the home and garden. It's the kind of place where the inventory changes depending on what local artists are creating.
A longtime downtown gift shop filled with home décor, jewelry, accessories and unusual gifts. Adorn is a good place to browse when you know you need a gift but don't yet know exactly what you're looking for.
Much more than a candle shop. Magic Fairy Candles carries handmade candles, aromatherapy, crystals, incense, natural perfumes, ritual items, apothecary goods and plenty of unexpected finds.
A general store built specifically for makers. Maker General specializes in thoughtfully selected textile and fiber supplies, handmade goods and creative materials. They also host sewing, mending and maker workshops.
An independently owned downtown bookstore selling new and used books. Browse Colorado and local-interest titles, hard-to-find books, maps and guides, plus work from local authors and craftspeople.
One of Longmont's true destination specialty stores. Wander through a huge selection of international and local cheeses, charcuterie, olive oils, spices and specialty foods, then explore imported textiles, kitchen goods, soaps, gifts and European market finds.
A women-owned lifestyle boutique built around small, independent and maker-led brands. Browse apparel, home goods, jewelry, ceramics and pantry items, including products from Colorado makers. There's also coffee, brunch and a zero-proof bar.
A specialty shop filled with authentic Moroccan textiles and artisan goods. The store is particularly known for Berber and tribal rugs, along with leather goods, pillows, ceramics and distinctive décor. Definitely one of Longmont's more unexpected places to browse.
A welcoming six-acre Longmont farm where visitors can meet and feed animals, explore vintage farm features, shop for local honey and enjoy seasonal experiences such as U-pick sunflowers, a pumpkin patch, pony rides, hayrides, Christmas trees and special events. Check the farm’s website or social pages for current hours, seasonal activities and group requirements before visiting.
Helping Colorado small businesses stay visible without having to do all of the marketing themselves. MKT Visibility provides social media management, content creation, photography and video, website support, Google Business Profile support, and digital marketing services tailored to small businesses.
A family-owned Longmont garden center operating since 1971, with five acres of plants, indoor growing space, gardening supplies, gifts and home décor.
A local arts-and-crafts shop combining handmade consignment from Colorado creators with affordable secondhand craft supplies and a classroom for creative gatherings and classes.
A Longmont home micro-bakery offering porch pickups, bake stands and custom batches of cookies, cupcakes, muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls, sourdough, cakes and other baked goods.
A Longmont home bakery specializing in small-batch artisan breads, from classic boules and focaccia to flavored loaves, babka and banana bread.
An Old Town Longmont micro-bakery centered on artisan sourdough, baked goods and hands-on sourdough workshops, with preorder-based local pickup.
A community-based independent bookstore in downtown Longmont pairing books with stationery, paper goods and chocolate, plus a busy calendar of book clubs and author events.
A cozy independent bookshop in Prospect New Town with curated fiction and children's books, book-themed gifts and community events including author visits and book clubs.
Founded in Longmont by local skaters, LoCo carries skateboard and longboard gear, clothing and accessories while serving as a community hub for skaters throughout Boulder County.
A downtown specialty shop for new and vintage vinyl, 45s and stereo equipment, serving collectors and newer vinyl listeners from its Main Street storefront.
A locally owned, family-run full-service bicycle shop founded in 2017, with bikes and e-bikes for many riding styles plus cycling gear, repairs and maintenance.
An independent downtown women's boutique focused on slow fashion, with clothing and accessories selected around quality, ethical production and sustainable materials.
A Longmont glassblowing studio creating fine glass art and custom work while offering private lessons, two-person workshops and group glassblowing experiences for a range of skill levels.
A downtown bulk market where shoppers can refill their own containers with foods, spices, teas, personal-care products, cleaning supplies and other goods while reducing packaging waste.
A longtime downtown Longmont creative studio where visitors can paint pottery and make art in a relaxed, all-ages setting. Crackpots also hosts parties, group gatherings and creative events.
A locally owned downtown art studio combining guided painting experiences with an on-site bar featuring Colorado-made drinks and snacks. The Canvas offers classes, open painting and private events.
A community pottery studio in Prospect New Town focused on adult ceramics education and independent studio practice, with multi-week classes, private events and memberships for experienced potters.
A distinctly Longmont combination of specialty running store and taproom, pairing running shoes and gear with community runs, local beer and a social gathering place for runners and walkers.
Independent places to explore around Longmont.
A local seasonal farm destination known for its fall pumpkin activities and family outings.
Independent shops, studios and unusual local experiences.
Art classes, camps, open studio sessions and creative gatherings for children and adults.
A locally founded downtown arcade with classic games, pinball, self-serve drinks and private party options.
A locally owned creative space offering music lessons, arts programming and community collaboration.
An independent, woman-owned yarn shop with knitting and crochet supplies, fiber-arts tools and hands-on classes.
A downtown destination bringing together locally made products, food, drinks and live entertainment.
An indoor multi-vendor market featuring independent sellers, vintage finds and handmade goods.
An independent specialist in mountain-bike suspension service, repair and tuning, with local and mail-in service.
A local specialty shop for comic books, tabletop games, trading cards and collectibles.
A downtown vintage clothing shop and cocktail bar offering curated secondhand finds, fresh-juice cocktails, live entertainment and private events.
A locally owned neighborhood ice cream shop serving handcrafted ice cream made with Colorado dairy, plus milkshakes, sundaes and other sweet treats.
Chef Sheel Joshi brings modern Indian cuisine inspired by traditional flavors and refined culinary techniques to an intimate downtown dining room.
A locally operated Mexican restaurant with traditional dishes, steaks, seafood, cocktails and a family-friendly sports-viewing atmosphere.
A Japanese-inspired neighborhood convenience shop featuring freshly made onigiri, Japanese snacks, drinks, sweets and gifts.
A downtown shop for unusual gifts, crystals and metaphysical finds.
Shop small-batch candles and curated artisan goods, or join a candle-making class focused on blending your own fragrance.
A Longmont chocolate kitchen making bonbons, truffles, bars and seasonal confections with artistic designs and distinctive flavors.
Explore art and clay through classes, workshops and camps for children, teens and adults in a creative studio on a Longmont family farm.
Artist Joyanna Rose Gittings welcomes visitors to a working studio and gallery offering handmade art and creative learning in English and Spanish.
Independent shops often carry products, artwork and gifts you won't find at national chains.
Local businesses are run by real people who live, work and invest in our community.
The places we choose to support help shape what downtown and the rest of Longmont will look like tomorrow.
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